Hi from Skwentna!

Greetings from Skwentna! We traveled along the Yentna River the entire thirty-five miles. We start on the north side of the river and then cross over to the south side. It's smooth, frozen ice - perfect for sledding! There are lots of woodlands along the way, and we encounter many animals native to Alaska along the way. Want to learn more about the animals of the region? Go to http://www.adfg.state.ak.us/pubs/notebook/notehome.php and read all about the small game and fur bearers that we see. Maybe your class would like to complete animal reports about them? My favorite? Why the moose, of course!

One of the most popular ways of getting around up here is on snowmobile. No, it’s not as great as a dogsled, but it will take you where you want to go! Would you like to try driving your own snowmobile? Have I got a site for you! Go to http://postopia.com/games/gamepage.aspx?sitegameId=37 and try your skill!

Me and my team are going to keep moving here. Here's what I want you and your classmates to do: Make a BIG banner for me and my dogs and have your teacher take a picture of all of you holding it and cheering. Then send the picture to my friend Mr. McKenzie so everyone can see your Iditarod spirit on the eIditarod project web site! Talk to you soon!